Travel Guides

South Korea

Seoul - N Seoul Tower

N Seoul Tower is located in the Seoul city center. It is a must-see tourist attraction as you can glance the most beautiful images of Seoul at the highest point. The 236.7 meter tower sits atop Namsan Mountain (243m). More surprisingly, the tower can constantly change the colors and patterns, it provides the tourists an unusual cultural art experience.

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Access:

Take Namsan Circular Shuttle Bus No. 02 from Exit 2 of Chungmuro Station or Exit 6 of Dongguk University Station

Take Namsan Circular Shuttle Bus No. 03 from Exit 9 of Seoul Station or Exit 4 of Itaewon Station or Exit 2 of Hangangjin Station (Seoul Subway Line 6)

Take Namsan Circular Shuttle Bus No. 05 from Exit 3 of Myeong-dong Station or Exit 2 of Chungmuro Station

Seoul - Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine. Nowadays, most of these historic houses serve as different purposes. For examples, cultural centers, hostels and restaurants. It provides tourists an opportunity to experience traditional Korean culture.

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Access:

Exit 2 of Subway Line 3 Anguk Station. Go straight for about 300m to arrive at Bukchon Hanok Village.

Take Red Bus No. 9710 to Anguk Station Bus Stop.

Seoul - Myeong-dong

Myeong-dong is a shopping paradise. It is one of the famous shopping districts in Seoul. There is a couple of street stalls and retail outlets selling everything from high fashion to casual wear, as well as many Korean cosmetics stores offering high-quality products at reasonable prices.

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Access: Subway line 4 Myeong-dong Station, Exits 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Seoul - Lotte World

Lotte World is a well-known recreation complex located in downtown Seoul. It is divided into indoor and outdoor theme park. An outdoor theme park called Magic Island, consists of a luxury hotel, the Korean Folk Museum, shopping malls, department stores, sports facilities and a movie theater. Whereas the outdoor theme park is an artificial island called Seokchon Lake consists of many thrilling rides.

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Access: Subway Line 2 Jamsil Exit 4

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Opening Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday to Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Fee:

(1) One day pass:

Adults (18 years and over): 44,000 Won

Teenagers (13–17 years): 38,000 Won

Children (3–12 years): 34,000 Won

Babies (12 months to 2 years): 11,000 Won

(2) "Late Admission" tickets (purchase after 4 p.m.): At approximately 75% of the price of the regular tickets

Seoul - Cheonggyecheon Stream

Cheonggyecheon was once an unused waterway in the past. After the renovation in 2005, it has become a remarkable tourist attraction. The stream starts from Cheonggye Plaza, a popular cultural arts venue, and passes under a total of 22 bridges before flowing into the Hangang (River), with many attractions along its length.